Tower Technician

AMG TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT GROUP LLC

Lampasas (TX)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 32,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Safety equipment provided

Job summary

Nextlink is seeking a Tower Technician to install and maintain wireless tower electronics and cabling, with the ability to climb tall structures up to approximately 250 feet. The role includes transporting equipment to sites, performing rescue training, and working across weather-exposed environments in a full-time capacity with irregular hours and on-call rotations.

Strong emphasis on safety, ability to pass drug screening and background checks, and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment.
Willingness to travel 25% (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Install and maintain tower electronics and cabling.
Perform tower safety and rescue training and climb towers.
Run power, ground, fiber, Cat5e and coaxial cables.
Transport equipment to job sites and work at heights up to 250 feet.
Adhere to safety regulations and pass drug screening and background checks.

Skills

Hand tools

Outdoor work

Team oriented

Drug screening

Background check

In-house training

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Mechanical equipment

Electro-mechanical equipment

Job description

Company Overview

We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match.

Essential Functions

Responsible for the installation of all aspects of wireless tower site electronics and hardware, cabling, and electrical where applicable.

6 MONTH PAY INCREASES!

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Successfully complete and maintain the tower safety and rescue training program. Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance.

The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment.

Run appropriate power, ground, fiber, Cat5e and/or coaxial cables.

The ability to climb tall structures up to 175-250ft with a load.

Transport equipment to work sites, using utility trucks and equipment trailers.

Climb towers to access components, using safety equipment and techniques learned from the tower safety and rescue training program.

Employee weight and tools combined may not exceed 300-pound weight limit as specified by the manufacturer of safety equipment.

Must have and maintain a valid driver license.

Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Comfortable and recent experience working in the outdoor
Work with basic hand tools
Must have a team-oriented mentality and be safety conscious
Must pass a drug screening test and a criminal background check
Must pass in-house training program
Must have a valid driver’s license with a safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policy

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferreed
Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment

Work Environment/Hazards

Working in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation and wind
In proximity of heavy machinery and moving vehicles
Climbing and work in an elevated position that is +/- 250 feet with climbing equipment

Physical Demands

Stationary position for 8-10 hours a day
Frequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of 50 pounds or more
Must be able to pull own body weight plus equipment weight up a vertical tower repeatedly
Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders and communication towers and work in an elevated position that is +/- 500 feet
Frequently required to use hand and power tools

Working Hours / Days

Irregular hours Monday through Friday
Full Time Min 40 hours, flexible schedule
Overtime as needed
On call rotation required - To include Saturdays & Sundays

Travel Requirements

40-60% travel required

Overnight travel required as needed

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

From $20.00 per hour

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Paid training
Safety equipment provided
Vision insurance

Physical setting

Construction site Outdoor work

Schedule

Monday to Friday
On call
Overtime Rotating weekends
Weekends as needed
Year round work

Supplemental pay types

Overtime pay
Signing bonus
Yearly bonus
Travel requirement: Travel Up to 25% travel

Experience

Hand tools: 2 years (Preferred)
Outdoor working: 2 years (Preferred)
Heights or Climbing: 1 year (Preferred)
Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)

Work Location

On the road

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance

Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement)

Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Drug Free Workplace

Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.

Why Work For Nextlink?

We bring the high-speed Internet and phone experience to the underserved markets of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and Illinois. We make a difference in the lives of everyone we serve, whether it is an online student, a work-at-home family, or large enterprises such as ISDs, higher education, or government entities.

Benefits